Celebrating normal
We live in a moment where achievement feels like a race. Open LinkedIn and you are instantly met with a stream of announcements: new promotions, new awards, new certifications, new ventures. It is...
We lose great people by tolerating our worst
One of the hardest lessons in leadership is realising that silence can be costly. Many leaders think they are protecting harmony by avoiding confrontation — but in reality, they quietly erode trust,...
Talent vs hard work: who really wins?
Everywhere we turn, in classrooms, workplaces, even in sports arenas, we hear the same debate: is success the result of natural talent, or is it built through hard work? The truth is, both matter. But...
Neither process nor destination, what matters is you
We love to talk about leadership as a journey. We talk about milestones, destinations and the path we’re walking. Some call it “the process.” Others insist it’s all about “the...
Can good motives excuse poor leadership choices?
When we talk about leadership, people often point to vision, strategy, or charisma. We celebrate leaders who can rally a team, paint a picture of the future, or inspire action with their words. But if...
Beyond appearances: The cost of false leadership
Invisible leaders rarely step into the spotlight but whose loyalty and commitment sustain institutions in ways that often go unrecognised. They remind us that leadership is not always about...
When success masks exhaustion: Understanding high-functioning burnout
At first glance, the person experiencing high-functioning burnout looks like the picture of success. They arrive early, meet deadlines, respond quickly to emails, and seem to have everything under...
The value of boundaries in an always-on world
Check your inbox late at night and chances are new messages have arrived. Calls come through at odd hours, deadlines stretch into weekends, and the line between work and personal life fades. For many...